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Close to Downtown and the Older Areas of Milwaukee - Review of Ambassador Hotel

My family of 4 stayed at this hotel this past week and it is a little gem in the middle of the Marquette University area of Milwaukee. The deco style hotel is quite old but is still modern enough to please everyone. Once you walk inside you are welcomed by a restaurant on one side and a bar on the other. The lobby pumps out a rather pleasant scent of which the origins are unknown but I found myself looking forward to returning each evening to catch a whiff. The rooms are very spacious and inviting. The beds are extremely comfortable; I don't remember sleeping that well at a hotel in a long time. The only complaint I would have is the walls are a bit thin; we were next to the elevator and it was a tad loud in the night. That wouldn't scare me away - I would happily stay here again.The hotel staff was courteous, helpful and attentive. The location is also close to downtown and the older areas of Milwaukee. Parking is free to hotel guests and they also have a free shuttle that runs daily. Another perk here is free wi-fi - not easy to find in nicer hotels. The restaurant has a limited menu but Milwaukee boasts some great eateries within a short distance. I highly recommend the Ambassador if you are looking for comfort, value and convenience.

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Stayed October 2011, traveled with family

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My husband and I stayed 4 nights at the Ambassador Hotel. We saved money by not staying downtown but rather near Marquette University and we are so glad that we found this hotel. Our room was very nice and spacious. But, the best part of this hotel is the shuttle service. The complementary shuttle will take you to basically any site in Milwaukee. The shuttle will even pick you up and return you to the hotel. We even used the shuttle to get to and from Miller Park for a Brewers game.On the downside housekeeping left something to be desired. The room was very clean upon our arrival, however maintenance wasn't great. One day no one came until 3:30. Another day, our used mugs weren't changed out. Another time we asked the front desk for some coffee and they said they would bring some to our room, which never happened. Even with all of this, I would definitely stay at this hotel again. The shuttle drivers (especially Sam) more than makes up for these deficits.

Stayed September 2011, traveled as a couple

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Although this hotel was advertised as being "downtown" it was actually quite some distance from the main town centre. There is however a good free shuttle bus service which will drop you off and pick you up at regular intervals. I stayed for business and there was plenty of room for one in the king deluxe room, deep bath, nice toiletries, huge tv set and free 24-hour WiFi access. I wasn't inclined to walk around the neighbourhood but there was a reasonably good fitness centre. The lift was 'fun' - art deco door front that you pull open with the lift door opening automatically. Good price for what you get.

Stayed October 2011, traveled on business

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This is a nice older hotel that has largely been updated. However, my room was very small, there wasn't a coffee maker, mugs, iron, or ironing board in my room (but they were delivered when I asked for them). Some of the rooms don't even had closets. The food was excellent. I enjoyed room service and the hotel bar and restaurant. The gym was above average. The view from the 8th (top) floor was nice. I wish the room was larger , there was only room for an office chair, which made sitting around a little less comfortable. The shuttle service will take you around town. Overall a good hotel, expecially for the price.

Stayed September 2011, traveled on business

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We stayed recently in the Ambaasador Hotel in Milwaukee for about 4 nights as a result of a conference I was attending at the Fronteir Centre. While the Centre was a good walk away, the weather allowed us to do that and when time did not permit, we made use of the excellent shuttle service at the front door. The hotel is quaint while relatively up-to-date with good staff and all the necessary amenities. The small restaurant is quite good and the friendly service of the shuttle drivers puts this place on our "quality" list. Well recommended if you are planning a visit to Milwaukee.The only real downer was the lack of any discernible or easy way to get to the highly advertised shops at Cedarburg which is a 25 minute drive out of the City. It is advertised but not readily accessible.

Stayed September 2011, traveled on business

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Recently stayed for 3 nights during a professional meeting at the Frontier Center. While most of the hotels suggested were closer to the downtown center this location a bit farther out was great for travelling by car with ample free parking. The complimentary shuttle was great for getting to downtown locations without needing to move our car or pay for parking elsewhere, which was another great added value. The historic art deco hotel was beautiful. The guest rooms were updated, modern and very spacious with a separate seating area and two separate sink areas. The staff was very responsive and service oriented. The conference negotiated rate was a good deal for a hotel in a major metropolitan area .

Stayed September 2011

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I stayed at this hotel for 4 nights (from a Wednesday night to Sunday morning) while I was attending a continuing education course at Marquette University. The king suite room was spacious and very comfortably decorated. It was within walking distance of my class, so I didn't have to rent a car. And the free shuttle was great - very timely in picking me up from the waterfront after I walked into downtown. The driver was very knowledgeable about the area's sights and restaurants. The Envoy restaurant (located inside the main floor of the hotel) was pricey but decent and the service was attentive but not overwhelming. Not very abundant on choices for a vegetarian though. The Caffe' Deco was also pricey (the non-prepackaged food comes from the Envoy kitchen anyway) but the cashier was very unpleasant and unfriendly both times I went there for breakfast - which was a surprise, since everyone else was so nice and helpful.Note: This hotel doesn't provide free shuttle service to/from Milwaukee airport, so a cheaper-than-taxi way to get from/to the airport is to use one of the airport shuttles which you can find at the airport located near baggage claim.One last note: the neighborhood isn't the greatest (there is a homeless shelter about a block and a half away), so don't go for an evening walk. Use the hotel's work-out room instead.

A shining example of true Art Deco style, the Ambassador Hotel provides an urban oasis near the heart of downtown Milwaukee.
Discover a remarkable blend of modern amenities and 1920's Art Deco design. From the original marble floors and bronze elevator doors to the ornate plasterwork, every detail of the Ambassador Hotel is a testament to the bold beauty of Art Deco. Our spacious guest rooms share the same level of sophisticated decor. Guests enjoy luxurious bedding, HD smart elevisions and complimentary Internet access.
Savor sumptuous global American cuisine in an upscale yet casual atmosphere at Envoy Restaurant & Lounge. Chef Michael Long crafts globally inspired innovative dishes made using fresh, local ingredients. But first, work up an appetite with a visit to our well-equipped fitness center that features cardio equipment with individual TV screens. Ready to explore all that downtown Milwaukee has to offer? Our complimentary shuttle service provides front door, red carpet service.
Host your next social gathering in our Art Deco designed Embassy Room or host a corporate meeting that takes advantage of state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment in our Attache' Room. The Ambassador Hotel offers a variety of intimate event venues that can comfortably accommodate 20 to 80 people.
Perfectly located on the west side of downtown Milwaukee near the Marquette University campus, our stylish hotel offers the perfect base for exploring the best attractions in the city. Catch a ball at a Milwaukee Brewers baseball game under Miller Park's retractable dome, attend a show in the Milwaukee Theatre District, tour the Miller Brewery or explore the Harley-Davidson Museum. If you have any questions about area attractions or need assistance arranging tours, please don't hesitate to ask our Guest Experience Manager.
Reserve a room at the Ambassador Hotel during your next visit to Milwaukee and experience legendary customer service in extraordinary Art Deco style....more less

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